ABSTRACT

To meet the current norms and changing requirements of the corporate the organizations have to choose effective policies. 360 Degree Appraisal System has been found to be one such facilitator of change at individual level. The organization has started the technique of 360-degree appraisal, and it is imperative to gain employee acceptance on the technique and be consistent across the employees. So, the main purpose of the study is to know the perception of the employees about the 360-degree appraisal system.  Data is collected through random sampling from 40 employees through questionnaire covering 10 aspects of 360 degree appraisal system. The analysis is done with statistical tools using SPSS. It is found that the employees of the organization feel that 360-degree appraisal system is a tool for complete evaluation. The effective implementation of the 360-degree performance appraisal will increase employee’s motivation and better performance thus resulting in better productivity.

Key Words: 360-Degree Appraisal System, expected performance, role and targets, self review, self -serving bias, and training & development needs.